While COVID-19 has been disruptive to nearly everyone around the world, children are in a particularly difficult position to come to terms with it. As parents struggle to explain the state of the world to their kids, a range of coloring books has been launched to educate and spark discussions.

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the closure of schools and parks, and put an end to playdates and family gatherings. With implications for Gen Alphas expected to run far deeper than changes to daily routines, Canvas8 spoke to three experts to explore the effects of the crisis on children.

The A Kids Book About series is helping parents broach difficult conversations such as racism, sexism, and mental illness with their children. Although younger generations are growing up tech-savvy, parents are keen to ensure they have the soft skills needed to succeed in a fast-moving world.

Children and young people who have experienced loss often need bespoke help to start to heal from their trauma. Offering children a digital sanctuary to escape to when the real world becomes too much, Apart of Me is an app where they can explore, engage with, and navigate their grief.